Beyond Borders: A Life Dedicated to Humanity

There are public servants who administer governments, and then there are those who quietly transform lives. Harjot Kaur belongs to the second category. For over three decades, her work has taken her from the villages of India to Afghanistan and, today, to the World Bank, where she leads social development initiatives across Central Asia. Throughout … Read more

Freedom of Religion and Expression in South Korea: International Concerns and Perspectives

Representatives from European human rights organizations and academic institutions display a jointly signed letter calling on the South Korean government to release Chairman Lee Man-hee from pre-trial detention, following a press conference on freedom of religion and expression at the Seoul Foreign Correspondents’ Club on 7 August. The signatories argued that humanitarian considerations and international … Read more

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026 Commemoration Event Held in Mumbai

Mumbai | July 2026 – A grand Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026 Commemoration Event was held in Mumbai to commemorate the 27th anniversary of India’s historic victory in the Kargil War and to pay heartfelt tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces. The event served as … Read more

Harjot Kaur — The Woman Who Chose Humanity Over Applause

New Delhi, India, 24 July: There are people who build careers. There are people who build reputations. And then, once in a generation, there emerges someone who quietly dedicates an entire lifetime to building humanity itself. Harjot Kaur belongs to that rare league. A 1992 batch Indian civil servant, Harjot Kaur’s journey is not merely the … Read more

Survivors of sexual violence in South Asia struggle to access compensation, new report finds

A new report by SAMAJ reveals why many survivors of sexual violence in South Asia struggle to access financial compensation despite legal guarantees. Mumbai, India, July 22, 2026: Beyond the devastating psychological and physical impacts, sexual violence often inflicts significant economic harm on survivors. While governments in South Asia have acknowledged this by establishing financial … Read more

Rtn. R. Srikanth Installed as 67th President of Rotary Club of Madras South for RY 2026–27

Chennai, 3 July 2026: The Rotary Club of Madras South (RCMS) proudly celebrated its 67th Installation Ceremony, marking the beginning of a new Rotary year under the leadership of Rtn. R. Srikanth, who was installed as the 67th President for Rotary Year 2026–27. Joining him in the leadership team are Rtn. Balamurugan S as Secretary … Read more

5 in 8 online grocery platforms in India still don’t display best before dates for packaged foods: LocalCircles

New Delhi [India], June 18: The Central government primarily through food regulator, the Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), has taken some steps to crack down on food products selling online by enforcing the Food Safety act which requires products listed for sale online to have atleast 30% shelf life remaining. However, 1 in … Read more

Shincheonji Marks 42nd Anniversary: “From a Basement Beginning to a Denomination Growing by Tens of Thousands Every Year”

The dedication of the early believers who started in an apartment basement 42 years ago became the seed of a revival that today draws tens of thousands of faithful from around the world every year. At the heart of that growth lies a steadfast principle of faith rooted in the Word — the very essence … Read more

Shincheonji Marks 42nd Anniversary: “From a Basement Beginning to a Denomination Growing by Tens of Thousands Every Year”

Commemorative Service Held at Cheongju Church, Shincheonji Church of Jesus on the 15th The dedication of the early believers who started in an apartment basement 42 years ago became the seed of a revival that today draws tens of thousands of faithful from around the world every year. At the heart of that growth lies … Read more

The Statement of Shincheonji Church of Jesus

Politicians and certain media outlets must stop exploiting Shincheonji Church of Jesus for political contention. The Joint Investigation Headquarters must conduct an impartial investigation. Shincheonji Church of Jesus expresses deep concern regarding the proliferation of speculative reports based solely on the unilateral claims of expelled individuals. These reports involve allegations of “mass entry into the … Read more